Pork shoulder becomes something extraordinary

Today I bought a pork shoulder at Walmart, thinking of grinding it up for a recipe – and let me tell you, this piece

Meat is one of the supermarket’s most underrated treasures. Inexpensive, flavorful, and incredibly versatile, pork shoulder (also known as “pork shoulder”) can be transformed into anything from succulent to savory.

from burgers to stuffed sausages, meatballs, and even homemade ravioli filling.

Grinding your own pork shoulder may seem like a job reserved for professional chefs, but it’s surprisingly simple and the difference in flavor is enormous. Grinding fresh pork shoulder at home allows you to control the texture, fat content, and freshness. It also gives dishes a unique, homemade flavor.

🧂 Why is pork shoulder so good?

Pork shoulder has the perfect balance of meat and fat, making the ground meat juicy and flavorful. It’s lightly marbled, making it ideal for recipes that require tenderness and juiciness, such as meatballs, ravioli, chili, breakfast sausage, or Bolognese sauce.

The fat content of store-bought ground pork can vary, but grinding it yourself allows you to remove or retain as much fat as you like, depending on your needs and recipe.

🔪 How to mince pork shoulder at home

If you’ve never done it, here’s how simple it is:

Cut the pork shoulder into small cubes (about 2.5–5 cm).

Let the meat cool in the freezer for 20-30 minutes: it mince better when it is firm.

Meat Grinder
Using a meat grinder or the mincer attachment of a blender, grind the pork until medium coarse.

Season and mix the ingredients to your liking: fresh herbs, garlic, and spices work wonders!

Consume immediately or chill/freeze in portions and consume later.